Yum Brands Launches Bahn Mi Shops, Chases Growth in China

Yum Brands shares are down 13 percent in the last three months, as analysts have pulled back on expectations for the global food chain operator. Part of the reason could come on concerns about KFC's development in China, but the company isn't content pursuing new markets overseas: Yum is also launching a Vietnamese sandwich operation, with select locations already ready to serve customers. After beating or meeting expectations for three straight quarters, a big beat when Yum reports earnings could be the boost that the stock needs, especially with its sluggish market performance.